Ingredients

1 Lg green papaya (4-5 lbs)

1 1/2 lb carrots

~30 shrimp

Water

3 Tbsp vinegar

optional - Black pepper, green onion, cilantro

Fish Sauce:

1 c fish sauce

2 c water

3/4 c sugar

1/2 Lime

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Preparation

Grate papaya and carrots. Cover in water and vinegar. Put in refrigerator for 24 hours. Put in strainer to drain until dry. Do not squeeze. Cook and cool shrimp. Mix all together.
For sauce - Bring all ingredients except lime to a boil. Turn off heat, let cool. Squeeze in the 1/2 lime. Drizzle over the papaya salad. Vary the sauce according to taste.